The Atlanta Braves agreed to terms with C Anthony Recker and LHP Paco Rodriguez on a one-year contract today to avoid arbitration. In addition, the team declined to tender a 2017 contract to RHP Chris Withrow, which allows the right-hander to negotiate with any Major League team.

In a week when Americans express their gratitude, the Atlanta Braves are giving thanks for long-time usher, Walter Banks. The Braves have partnered with Uber to provide Banks with transportation to and from SunTrust Park so he can continue greeting Braves baseball fans. Banks, a fan favorite, will be dropped off and picked up at one of the designated Uber zones at SunTrust Park.

The Atlanta Braves today announced their 2017 spring training schedule. The 33-game slate begins on Saturday, February 25, with a home contest against the Toronto Blue Jays at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The Braves conclude their spring training slate against the New York Yankees on March 31 in the inaugural game at SunTrust Park in Atlanta.

The Atlanta Braves today agreed to terms with free-agent right-handed pitcher R.A. Dickey on a one-year Major League contract for the 2017 season with a club option for 2018. The deal is pending a physical exam and approval from Major League Baseball. Financial terms were not disclosed.